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Labelling and packaging
The regulation of medicines and medical devices extends to how they are labelled and packaged. The rules can be complex, depending on the product.
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If you've purchased APOHEALTH Paracetamol Pain Relief paracetamol 500 mg film-coated tablets in a bottle, ensure it is kept out of reach of children. This product does not have child-resistant packaging.
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Recall of JSHealth Vitamins listed medicine Detox + Debloat.
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Buy and use paracetamol safely
We know that paracetamol is safe and effective for most people when taken at the recommended dose. Making small changes to how you buy, use and store paracetamol medicines will help to reduce the risk of any accidental or intentional harm. -
Comply with paracetamol pack size changes
If you are a non-pharmacy retailer such as a supermarket, petrol station or convenience store, you will only be able to sell packs of paracetamol containing 16 tablets or capsules from 1 February 2025.
If you currently have paracetamol packs containing 20 tablets or capsules, you need to run down your stocks before 1 February 2025, or return them to the wholesaler. It will be illegal to sell packs of 20 from this date. -
Therapeutic Goods (Poisons Standard) (Paracetamol) Labelling Exemption (No. 1) 2024
This instrument is made under section 39 of the current Poisons Standard.
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Regulation impact statement: General requirements for labels for medicines